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§ Private Profile · Salt Lake City, UT, USA
From signup to citizenship, only SimpleCitizen guides applicants…
SimpleCitizen has raised $6.7M across 2 funding rounds.
Key people at SimpleCitizen.
SimpleCitizen was founded in 2015 by Brady Stoddard (Founder/CMO) and Ayde Soto (Founder/CTO) and Sam Stoddard (Founder/CEO).
SimpleCitizen has raised $6.7M in total across 2 funding rounds.
SimpleCitizen is here to make applying for citizenship in the United States as simple as filling out an online application for a job. Taking 20 minutes to answer just 20 questions can save you thousands in lawyer fees. SimpleCitizen is here to help you make the most important decision in your life SIMPLE.
SimpleCitizen has raised $6.7M across 2 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $6.0M Seed in November 2019.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 1, 2019 | $6M Seed | Kickstart Fund | Applied Ventures, Cantos Ventures, Eniac Ventures, Helpful Capital, Launchpad Capital, LAUNCHub Ventures, Newfund, NextView Ventures, Norwest Venture Partners, Peterson Ventures, Rabo Ventures, Sequoia Capital, David Bettner, YAN David Erlich, Appletree Capital, Comcast Ventures, Investo, Kima Ventures, Pelion Venture Partners, TSVC, Y Combinator | Announced |
| Sep 1, 2015 | $700K Seed | Kickstart Fund | Applied Ventures, Cantos Ventures, Eniac Ventures, Helpful Capital, Launchpad Capital, LAUNCHub Ventures, Newfund, NextView Ventures, Norwest Venture Partners, Peterson Ventures, Rabo Ventures, Sequoia Capital, David Bettner, YAN David Erlich, Jacob Sapochnick, Apple Tree Partners, Pelion Venture Partners, Peterson Partners | Announced |
Key people at SimpleCitizen.
SimpleCitizen is a digital immigration platform that guides applicants from signup through to citizenship, simplifying the complex and often stressful immigration process. It offers automated form assembly, expert legal review by independent immigration attorneys, and end-to-end support including printing and mailing applications. The platform primarily serves individuals seeking green cards, citizenship, and various visa applications, addressing the problem of complicated paperwork, high legal fees, and uncertainty in immigration filings. SimpleCitizen’s growth is marked by strong user satisfaction, rapid application processing times, and a reputation for personalized, compassionate service that reduces time and cost for applicants[1][2][3].
Founded in 2015, SimpleCitizen was created by founders with firsthand experience navigating the complex USCIS immigration system. Motivated to streamline and demystify immigration paperwork, they developed a TurboTax-like software for immigration applications. Early traction came from users who praised the platform’s ease of use, attorney support, and faster-than-expected approvals, particularly for marriage-based green cards. The company has since evolved to cover a broad range of immigration applications while maintaining a focus on user support and legal accuracy[3].
SimpleCitizen rides the trend of digital transformation in legal and government services, particularly the move toward self-service platforms that reduce dependency on costly legal counsel. The timing is favorable due to increasing immigration demand and the complexity of USCIS processes, which create a strong market need for accessible, tech-enabled solutions. By lowering barriers to immigration application accuracy and affordability, SimpleCitizen influences the broader ecosystem by democratizing access to legal expertise and streamlining government interactions through technology[2][3].
Looking ahead, SimpleCitizen is well-positioned to expand its product offerings and deepen its legal network to cover more immigration pathways. Trends such as increased digitization of government services, AI-assisted form processing, and growing immigrant populations will shape its journey. Its influence may evolve from a niche immigration tool to a comprehensive digital legal assistant for immigration, potentially partnering with government agencies or expanding internationally. The company’s commitment to user-centric design and legal rigor will remain key to maintaining trust and growth[3][5].
SimpleCitizen was founded in 2015 by Brady Stoddard (Founder/CMO) and Ayde Soto (Founder/CTO) and Sam Stoddard (Founder/CEO).
SimpleCitizen has raised $6.7M in total across 2 funding rounds.
SimpleCitizen's investors include Kickstart Fund, Applied Ventures, Cantos Ventures, ENIAC Ventures, Helpful Capital, Launchpad Capital, LAUNCHub Ventures, NewFund, NextView Ventures, Norwest Venture Partners, Peterson Ventures, Rabo Ventures.